Five Continents? We can't account for Australia nor Antarctica; so does that mean the race went through Africa along with North America, South America, Asia and Europe. Don't count Oceania as it is not a continent.

Remember that Season 5 went to 6 continents. Even though they never went to Australia (the country), they still counted NZ as part of that continent.

So the 5 Season 13 continents must be:1. North America2. South America3. Australia (NZ, Papua New Guinea, and all those island countries count as the continent of Australia)4. Asia5. Europe

I wanted to come by and give y'all and thumbs up on getting so much confirmation out of BVM in that interview at EW.com.

The timing of the interview is a bit odd; which makes me suspect that TAR 14 will probably be filming around the time CBS gears up for promotion for the new season (early September), which would be in line with the timing in the TAR 14 applications.

Big ol' welcome to theschnauzers!!! It's good to have you here. If it's April and you go 412 miles NNW from Château d'If you'll know where I'm coming from.

LOS ANGELES — An ex-NFL player and his estranged wife, a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader and her actor brother, recent divorcees, a pair of Southern belles and fraternity brothers are among the 11 two-person teams hurrying for the finish line - and the $1 million grand prize - on the upcoming 13th edition of CBS' "The Amazing Race."

"I love the fraternity brothers because they're so young and such a contrasting team," host Phil Keoghan recently told The Associated Press. "One takes his time to think things out. The other one loves to rush and go at a million miles an hour. There's definitely tension between the two of them while they're making decisions during the race."

Another team competing is geeky best friends Mark Yturralde, 41, and Bill Hahler, 42. The Comic-Con treasurer and student aid administrator from San Diego have been pals for over 20 years and have auditioned for "The Amazing Race" since the long-running reality series' third season. The superhero and gaming aficionados said they left their toys at home during the race.

"We've got really teeny backpacks," said Hahler. "They are small. We wanted to make sure that there wasn't anything to prevent us from putting that pack underneath the seat in front of us when we got on a plane. We didn't want something to happen where we got delayed because of our luggage. We thought that would help us go faster."

"We did extensive research on what to wear - what was lightweight and would help us move the fastest," added Yturralde. "I think it was the longest I ever went without wearing a logo on my T-shirt. If you see me on the street, I'm usually wearing a Superman, Bizarro or Batman T-shirt on a constant basis, but we had to utilize more multi-use clothing for 'The Amazing Race.'"

Married beekeepers Anita, 63, and Arthur Jones, 61, from Eugene, Ore., are the oldest - and perhaps most colorful - team on this season of "The Amazing Race." Among the self-described hippies' mottos: "Don't worry, be hippie" and "The hokey pokey is what it's all about." Before the race, the Joneses worked out in hopes of keeping up with the other teams.

"We both tried to do some training, along the lines of going down to our little gym, but that was pretty much it," said Anita. "We have an emerging farm, so we do a lot of work out there, splitting wood and taking care of the horses. We're pretty physical, so we thought, 'Hey, we can be in there with everybody else. It'll be fun.'"

Ken Greene, a former St. Louis Cardinals and San Diego Chargers defensive back, now 51, will race with estranged wife Tina.

Starting at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, the 13th season of the Emmy-winning reality competition (premiering Sept. 28 at 8 p.m. EDT) will follow the teams as they travel over 30,000 miles in 23 days to countries such as Brazil, Bolivia, Russia, India and Kazakhstan. It's the first time the series visited the landlocked country lampooned by Sacha Baron Cohen in "Borat."

"We shot most of that episode in the capital," said executive producer Bertram van Munster. "People were a little afraid we were going to pull a 'Borat' on them. I told them we weren't doing 'Borat,' but what happened there is very, very funny. It's not easy to shoot in places like that because they practically have no television industry."

Van Munster, who is currently scouting locations in Asia for the 14th season, promised the 13th season will include a series of firsts for the reality competition, including a mistake that ultimately prohibited one team from joining their fellow racers at the finish line, as well as a memorable first-ever stop for "The Amazing Race" in Cambodia.

"The teams have no idea how to get from Point A to Point B there," said van Munster. "They don't know the language. It's very difficult to get through this country. They get so stuck, but they find so many fascinating solutions of how to get through everything. One of the things the teams do there is go to a real-life floating village. It's insane."

Viewers shouldn't expect to witness the around-the-world shenanigans in high definition, according to van Munster. While the upcoming Gabon-set season of CBS' "Survivor" will be broadcast in HD for the first time, "The Amazing Race" co-creator said the network hasn't decided on a similar stance for the often on-the-bubble show.

"I don't think it's a priority," van Munster said. "We're just happy to continue making the show as it is."

From the TVPredictions.com website, a site that follows the latest developments on HDTV, Phil Swann writes:

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CBS' Amazing Race: Still Not In HDThe show's producer says it's not a priority.By Swanni

Washington, D.C. (August 19, 2008) -- CBS' The Amazing Race will begin its 13th season next month, but it will still not be produced in High-Definition.

That's according to an article by the Associated Press.

Amazing Race fans were hopeful that the network would begin airing the reality/adventure show in high-def this year after announcing earlier this year that Survivor would be in HD this fall.

However, Amazing Race executive producer Bertram van Munster tells the AP that CBS still hasn't decided on whether to shoot the program in HD.

With the program's season debut just six weeks away (September 28), it seems safe to say that this season will not be in high-def. (The season has already been filmed; van Munster is now scouting venues for a 14th season.)

"I don't think it's a priority," van Munster said of the network's stance towards switching the program to HD.

This season will start at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and follow contestants over 23 days as they travel to Brazil, Russia, India and Bolivia.

Phil's Commentary:Amazing. Just amazing.

No, The Amazing Race is not amazing. What's amazing is that the show producer says airing the show in high-def is not a priority. This is 2008 and more than 30 million homes now have high-def sets -- and you're telling me that the network and/or the show's producer doesn't think it's important for the program to be in HD?

Disrespecting 30 million high-def owners is not very smart, although it is amazing.

Let's see how amazing their Nielsen ratings are when the season is over.

CBS ANNOUNCES 11 TEAMS FOR THE 13TH INSTALLMENT OF "THE AMAZING RACE" PREMIERING SEPT. 28 It's an All New Season of Firsts for the Five-Time Emmy Award-Winning Series, Which Kicks Off from the Famed Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum - the Only Stadium in the World to Host the Olympics Twice (1932, 1984)

The 11 Teams set to compete in THE AMAZING RACE 13 will travel over 30,000 miles, spanning five continents in 23 days, all starting from the world famous Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, site of the 1932 and 1984 Olympics. THE AMAZING RACE 13 premieres Sunday, Sept. 28 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Phil Keoghan is the host.

The 13th installment of THE AMAZING RACE will feature a variety of firsts, including: Teams traveling to a real-life water world where its inhabitants live upon a floating city; first time visits for the Race to locations such as Cambodia and Kazakhstan; and one Team makes an unprecedented mistake on the road that ultimately prohibits them from joining their fellow Racers at the finish line.

The cast also features couples in various stages of their lives - married beekeepers who have been together for years, a married but separated couple looking to rebuild their marriage, a newly dating couple still getting to know each other and best friends who are comic book aficionados and describe the Race as "the ultimate game on the biggest game board you can imagine."

THE AMAZING RACE was just nominated for its sixth straight Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Competition Program, which the globe-trotting series has taken home five years in a row.

Following are the 11 teams, listed in no particular order:

Name: TERENCE GERCHBERG

Occupation: Running Coach

Age: 35

Hometown: New York

Name: SARAH LESHNER

Occupation: Wall Street Investment Analyst

Age: 31

Hometown: New York

Relationship: NEWLY DATING

This Team is determined to prove to themselves they belong together. They are well traveled and both enjoy physical activities and pushing each other to succeed. Either way, this adventure will definitely be a journey that could make or break them.

Life couldn't be any better for these fraternity brothers. Andrew and Dan met while attending Arizona State University and the last four years have been filled with good times. Some of the Teams have referred to them as "Team Superbad." These two say they can talk their way in or out of anything by cracking jokes and keeping the mood light. Look for them to always keep things entertaining in their own special way.

This long distance dating couple is looking for an opportunity to be together for an extended period of time. They've been dating for nine months, living in two separate cities and the longest time they've spent together was last Christmas for two weeks. They feel that the Race will help them determine if they can truly handle living together on a daily basis.

These comic book aficionados are determined to be the most strategic team ever to compete in the Race. Mark and Bill, friends for over 23 years, first met at a science fiction club and have been bonding over their love for comics and games ever since. Mark says that he "wears geek like a badge of honor."

Toni and Dallas have always been there for each other and will let nothing come between them. These two are hoping the Race will provide them with some quality family time they've been missing out on since Dallas has been away at college - and maybe they can win a million dollars along the way.

This brother/sister team will stop at nothing to win the Race. Both are extremely driven and competitive, especially with one another. They admit to being over-zealous when a prize is involved - even if it's only bragging rights. They're excited to use this to their advantage on the race.

Anita and Arthur can't wait to make the Race their next big adventure. This energetic couple is open hearted and free spirited. They make and sell their own honey and recently purchased an organic blueberry farm. They have known each other for over 26 years and have been married for almost 14 years. Their blended family and children are the most important part of their lives.

Kelly and Christy are best friends that will never settle for second best. These two go-getters have been through a lot in the last year and want to prove that they can overcome anything. Kelly, having been a collegiate dancer; and Christy, a collegiate cheerleader, are physically fit and are up for the challenges the Race will bring

This married couple is looking to reconnect on the Race. They've been separated and living on different coasts for several months and are ready to put their marriage back together. Ken, an ex-NFL star who played for the St. Louis Cardinals and the San Diego Chargers, was also a college football assistant coach. He is currently a home builder. He is competitive, athletic and says his problem-solving skills will help them win the race. He thinks Tina is too controlling and should relax a bit more, but anticipates the Race will help them learn to appreciate their differences.

Back together again after a year-long break-up, Anthony says he will propose to Stephanie if they make it through the Race. Even though they've overcome many of their differences, their constant bickering would suggest otherwise.

THE AMAZING RACE 13 will send 11 teams - each comprised of two people who have a pre-existing relationship with one another - on a trek around the world for approximately 30 days. At every destination, each couple will have to compete in a series of challenges - some mental and some physical - and only when the tasks have been completed will they learn their next destination. Couples who are farthest behind will gradually be eliminated as the contest progresses, with the first team to arrive at the final destination winning $1 million.

Jerry Bruckheimer, Bertram van Munster, Jonathan Littman and Hayma Screech Washington are the executive producers for Bruckheimer Television and Earthview Inc. in association with ABC Studios and Amazing Race Productions. THE AMAZING RACE was created by Bertram van Munster and Elise Doganieri.

For more information on THE AMAZING RACE 13 and the new 11 couples, log on to http://www.cbs.com/.

Buddy TV has just issued an analysis of why teams win the Amazing Race and which teams they predict will win AR13, which is Andrew and Dan or Terrence and Sarah. Here is a link to Who Will Win AR13 Buddy Tv Article

Buddy TV has just issued an analysis of why teams win the Amazing Race and which teams they predict will win AR13, which is Andrew and Dan or Terrence and Sarah. Here is a link to Who Will Win AR13 Buddy Tv Article

hmmm... they might lose their house if they put their money where their mouth is! this is what they say:

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If history is to repeat itself, and the trends listed above keep true, here are the teams from this season we can remove from contention and why:

Marisa and Brooke - All-FemaleToni and Dallas - Multi-GenerationalNick and Starr – SiblingsAnita and Arthur – Over 50 Years OldKelly and Christy – All-FemaleKen and Tina – Over 50

Given the history of The Amazing Race, here's how one would have to rank the favorites:

Go to Vegas and bet the rent on Terence and Sarah. It's a good investment.

Do we know if Terence and Sarah even make it to Portland? Seems like the ones spotted there have been the frat boys, a couple that sounds like nick and starr, and a third team with a "very tan, fit blond woman" who might be **correcting myself here - must have been too sleepy - one of the pink blonds - not tina (of ken and tina)** - so 2 of the final 3 might be teams they "removed from contention" - is that right? if i was betting, i'd take nick and starr, tho' i wish it were ken and tina (or terence and sarah!)mods: pls free to move this post to the contestants thread, if it belongs there..

I'm just dropping in here to remind everyone not to miss Comedy Central on TV tonight when they present a parody of The Amazing Race at 10:30ET (9:30 CT)/ Tomorrow it is back to figure out who made it to Portland, OR and who made it to Portland ME.

"Our fans are pretty good. They don't give away too much. Sometimes people love dropping spoilers, but our fans are good. They tend to do it in such a way that doesn't ruin it for fans who don't want to know."--Phil Keoghan

Additionally, the sale coincides with the Roaming Gnome’s seventh appearance on CBS’s wildly popular The Amazing Race which debuts on Sunday, Sept. 28. In addition to the award-winning icon’s appearance on Americans’ favorite reality competition show and the company’s deepest and most broad hotel discounts ever, customers and fans of the show will also have the chance to join the race’s action by participating in sweepstakes where they can win the same pit stop prizes as the actual contestants.

“Our integration and sponsorship in The Amazing Race has been very valuable to us in the past years. The focus of the show coincides with one of our core business values – encouraging the spirit of adventure through travel,” said Glueck. “This year’s

The widget will enable users of Facebook, MySpace and other sites to embed full episodes of a number of CBS shows within their profiles or in their blogs. Other features will include the ability to share and rate episodes, as well as to participate in polls and contests.

At launch, the shows available for viewing will include the three incarnations of CSI, The Amazing Race, NCIS and Numb3rs. :sucks

"We're always looking for new ways to let our fans engage with their favorite CBS TV shows," said Anthony Soohoo, senior vice president and general manager for CBS Interactive. "By socially syndicating CBS content with iWidgets, CBS fans can now customize their Facebook and MySpace pages with content from shows like CSI, Survivor and NCIS. This allows them to share their favorite episodes with friends, as well as invite their friends to participate in interactive polls and contests."

The two companies will formally unveil the widget at the DEMOfall ’08 Conference in San Diego Tuesday.

I watched a lot of TV on CBS over the last three days (football, tennis, everything except Battle of the Bums) and did not spot even one little PinP promo clip for TAR. Lots of plugs for new shows starting i n September. Lots for Survivor. But zip, nada, nothing for TAR. Maybe I missed one when I was blinking, but certainly not much of anything. Has CBS given up on their Five-Time (soon to be Six-Time) Emmy winning show?

When I tell you that I sat thru 24hours of recorded video yesterday Gman, I kid you not, I saw plenty of TAR commercials, no pips, but what I did see was the same as we've already seen. Tonight ot Thursday we might get something new during BB, like I said "might"

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EW magazine scanTV PreviewThe Amazing Race

8-9PM · CBS · Returns Sept. 28

The latest locales where racers will amaze are La Paz, Bolivia — with a mildly challenging altitude of 14,000 feet — and the Cambodian ruins of Angkor Wat. Teams include two competitive Texas divorcées, married Oregon hippies, a separated couple trying to get their marriage back on track (hmmm...what a non-stressful environment for healing), and two strangely unsavvy twentysomething dudes. ''They're so smart and they make such dumb moves, it's ridiculous,'' says exec producer Bertram van Munster. ''Sometimes the smarter you are, the more difficult it is to go around the world.''